The Great Hall buzzed with nervous anticipation as Principal Katie began calling out the new tasks for each group. The Reflection Society was tasked with investigating the Cryptic Veil, an ancient cavern hidden beneath the school. Rumors whispered that it was connected to the origin of the Reflection Game itself.
Anna's group exchanged uneasy glances. They’d barely survived their last ordeal, and now they were being sent into the unknown once more.
As the students dispersed, a soft hum filled the air. Anna froze, hearing a faint whisper that seemed to come from the very walls of the school.
“Do you hear that?” she asked Logan.
“Hear what?” Logan tilted his head, listening.
Before Anna could respond, a shiver ran down her spine. The hum turned into a low, melodic chant that only she seemed to hear.
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The Whispering Walls
Later that night, Anna stayed awake in her dorm, unable to shake the haunting melody. She stared at the ceiling, her mind racing. When she finally
